Notification Overview
The Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has released the official notification for Senior Executive Trainee (SET) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment is being conducted for Telecom and Finance streams on a direct recruitment (DR) basis.
A total of 120 vacancies have been announced, including 95 posts for Telecom and 25 posts for Finance. The online application process started on 05 February 2026 and the last date to apply was initially 07 March 2026, which has been extended up to 31 March 2026.
This is a high-paying PSU job opportunity for candidates with B.E./B.Tech or CA/CMA qualification.
Job Overview
| Organization | Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) |
| Post Name | Senior Executive Trainee (SET) |
| Advertisement No. | BSNLCO-11/12(11)/1/2025-RECTT-CO |
| Total Vacancies | 120 Posts |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Streams | Telecom & Finance |
| Minimum Age | 21 – 30 Years |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech (60%) or CA/CMA. |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 March 2026 (Extended) |
| Official Website | Visit |
Eligibility Criteria (Educational Qualification)
Telecom Stream
B.E. / B.Tech degree in:
Electronics / Telecommunications
Computer Science / IT
Electrical / Instrumentation
Minimum 60% marks (regular full-time)
Finance Stream
CA (Chartered Accountant) OR
CMA (Cost Management Accountant)
Age Limit (As on 07 March 2026)
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD | 10+ Years |
Vacancy Details
Post Name | Total Post | BSNL Senior Executive Trainee SET Eligibility | |||
Senior Executive Trainee DR Telecom Stream | 95 |
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Senior Executive Trainee DR Finance Stream | 25 |
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Salary (Pay Scale)
Pay Scale: E2 Level (₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000 approx.)
Additional benefits:
DA (Dearness Allowance)
HRA
Medical Benefits
Other PSU perks
This is a high-paying central PSU job with strong career growth.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Document VerificationNo
interview for some streams (as per rules)
Exam Pattern (CBT)
Mode: Online (Computer-Based)
Questions: Objective Type
Subjects:
Technical / Professional Knowledge
General Aptitude
Final merit will be based on CBT performance.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹1250 |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 29 January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 05 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 March 2026 (Extended) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 31 March 2026 |
| Correction Window | 08 – 15 March 2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | 29 March 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
How to Apply
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
Visit the official BSNL website.
Go to Careers / Recruitment Section.
Click on SET Recruitment 2026 Apply Online.
Register with email ID and mobile number.
Fill the application form carefully.
Upload required documents.
Pay the application fee.
Submit and take printout for future use.
BSNL Senior Executive Trainee Recruitment 2026 Apply Now :
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Date Extended Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in BSNL SET Recruitment 2026?
There are 120 vacancies (95 Telecom + 25 Finance).
Q2. What is the last date to apply for BSNL SET 2026?
The last date has been extended to 31 March 2026.
Q3. What is the qualification required for BSNL SET 2026?
Candidates must have B.E./B.Tech (60%) or CA/CMA.
Q4. What is the age limit for BSNL SET Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 21 to 30 years, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Q5. What is the selection process for BSNL SET 2026?
Selection is based on Computer-Based Test (CBT) and document verification.
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